小心谨慎
Traditional (Taiwan): 小心謹慎
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小心谨慎 is neutral and general: it describes specific actions, working style or character, and often implies avoiding mistakes. 谨小慎微 is derogatory, meaning overly careful about trivial matters and timid. 小心翼翼 suggests respectful, gingerly care and can also describe a person's manner or expression.
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